Roedean School, Independent boarding school in Brighton, United Kingdom.
Roedean School is a girls' boarding school standing on cliffs overlooking Brighton Marina and the English Channel. The stone buildings spread across generous grounds in the Sussex Downs with modern facilities including dance studios, a 320-seat theatre, an indoor swimming pool, and a golf course.
The school was founded in 1885 by Penelope Lawrence and her step-sisters and moved to its present location in 1898. Architect Sir John Simpson designed the buildings for this clifftop site in Brighton.
The school's name reflects Norman French heritage, and students carry this tradition through their daily life on campus. The values of the community are visible in how the buildings and grounds are used as spaces where girls learn and grow together.
The school sits on a raised area with fine coastal views, and visitors can explore the range of grounds spread across the estate. Access is good as paths and terraces are walkable during open times, particularly when the school is not in session.
During World War II, the grounds served as a training facility for Navy cadets in mine-laying and torpedo operations. Students were relocated to Keswick during this period while the buildings were repurposed for military use.
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